Blueberry-Banana Protein Muffins

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These fruit-based morning muffins are packed with protein and fiber, giving them more staying power.

Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 20 min Makes: 12 muffins (one serving is 2 muffins)

Calories: 217 Fat: 2 grams Carbohydrates: 32 grams Protein: 20 grams 

INGREDIENTS 

  • 2 bananas

  • 1 egg

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

  • 1 cup vanilla protein powder

  • 1 1/4 cups whole-wheat flour

  • 2 teaspoons baking soda

  • 1 dash salt

  • 1 cup blueberries 

DIRECTIONS 

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Spray muffin pan with cooking spray and lightly dust with one tablespoon of flour.

3. In a medium bowl, mash bananas until smooth and consistent and absent of clumps. Next, add egg, yogurt, milk and vanilla extract. Continue to mix until well combined.

4. In another bowl, combine the protein powder, flour, baking soda and salt. Next, fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix just enough to combine. Finally, add in the blueberries and gently fold until they are fully combined.

5. Evenly distribute the mix into the muffin pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until fully cooked. 

Breakfast, Breakfast & SmoothiesMichelle MatthewsEggs, Pancakes, Blueberry, Bananas